Toe-to-finger transfer combined with wrap-around flap: a new technique for four-finger amputation.

Nishijima, N; Yamamuro, T; Fujio, K · J Hand Surg Am · 1995

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A surgical technique for reconstruction of four-finger amputation, toe-to-finger transfer combined with wrap-around flap procedure, is described. Opposable ulnar fingers, reconstructed using the second and third toe, provide sufficient grip function. The long finger, reconstructed with the wrap-around flap using the lateral aspect of the great toe, provides pinch function. Improving the hand function is worthwhile despite morbidity from losing two toes.

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